"It is very important for Norway to develop and expand bilateral relations with Russia, which is our ancient partner and a country with rich culture. We rivet big significance to further strengthening of relations with the Federation Council,” Thommssen said.

He named the meeting as constructive. The meeting focused on cooperation between the two countries and interaction within the Barents Euro-Arctic Region Council and environmental issues. “We say we reach mutual understanding on military issues, trade problems, economic cooperation and the eatviyenko said Norway remained Russia’s important partner and the parliaments of both countries should make contribution to the development of bilateral relations.